"Little Things, Big Feelings"

Welcome Back, Besties! ☀️📚💛

        This week, I’ve been drowning in some unexpected summer feelings, sparkly on friendships, and getting inspired by both books and design projects. I’m also starting to prepare for something super exciting—an upcoming art market in December! Let's catch up, shall we?

        I’ve never really been a summer person, but this year. I think I’m starting to fall for it. There’s something about this season that makes me feel like I’m searching for something—something I haven’t quite figured out yet. Maybe it’s a new story, a fresh habit, or a drink I haven’t tried. Who knows? Lately, I’ve let my logical side rest and made space for a more reckless, free-spirited version of me. And you know what? I kind of like her.

One thing’s for sure books are a must for summer. I always shape my TBR list around the season’s vibe: light, dreamy, emotional, and maybe a little bit messy—just like summer itself. I just finished The Last Love Note by Emma Grey and gave it 4 stars. It’s totally worth reading. It explores how life changes us and how we respond in return—with grief, resilience, joy, and a slow, patient awakening to the present moment. It reminded me how important it is to take your time to feel each emotional step deeply.

Whenever I finish a book like that, it takes me a while to return to reality—or even to start another story—because I feel like I lived it, like I was a first-degree witness. When the writing is flawless, I lose myself in the world completely. That’s something I treasure.

I just finished One Golden Summer, and it left me with that soft, slow warmth—like the feeling of sunlight on your skin after a long swim. It was a fast read, and that’s exactly what I loved about it. The story unfolded naturally, like a real summer day—sometimes slow, sometimes surprising, but always with heart. It didn’t try too hard; it just let the characters breathe and evolve in a way that felt real. I guess It is a perfect beach read for everyone—soft, reflective, and golden in its own way.

        And when those summer feelings take over, how could I stop making art?

Lately, I’ve been really enjoying my intro to graphic design class. The assignments feel so me—posters, self-portraits, book covers… I’m excited to dive into all of them. If there’s one thing I’ve learned about art school, it’s that you feel every single step—every essay, every assignment—but once you're in the studio, time completely disappears. It doesn’t even matter what class you’re in. If you’re in a studio, you’re in another world.

I’ve always been obsessed with my brushes, but who knew I’d grow just as attached to my computer mouse? There’s something magical about thinking outside the box, trying something totally unexpected—and hours later, looking at what you made and thinking, Wait, did I really do that? Okay, maybe I’m being a little poetic—but that’s honestly how it feels. Now I’m about to start my self-portrait project. It doesn’t have to look like me, but it will still be me. I’m searching for something I connect with—something that feels soft, soothing, and true to who I am right now.

        One more thing that made my week extra special—one of my besties came to Atlanta over the weekend! For a few magical hours, I completely lost track of time… and honestly, lost my voice from laughing so much. I let everything go and didn’t care how loud I was or what people might think. It reminded me just how much I’ve missed her. That kind of joy—the kind that catches you off guard and fills you up—is something I’ll carry with me for a while.

        Oh, and I’m about to start creating new pieces for the December art market! I’m already excited—it’s going to be a mix of fun, creativity, and great people. I can’t wait to see where it all leads.

        Thanks for being here, and if you’re reading this, I’d love to hear about your summer vibe—what you’re reading, creating, or dreaming about lately. 🌞✨